Why the name "Lemon Sky Photography?" (you might be surprised...)

Hello, Lauren here. One question I've been asked many times over the years is "Why did you name your photography business "Lemon Sky"?

Well the short answer is, Lemon Sky Photography is not just a pretty name. It symbolised a journey and is a bit of a testament to those bittersweet contradictions in life.

The name "Lemon Sky" came to us one stormy night back in February 2014...

After the birth of my first child, and an uneventful pregnancy, we had it pretty easy back then. Fast forward a little bit and everything changed in 2013 when, after a difficult loss, I became pregnant with our son Noah.

To say this pregnancy was a challenge is an understatement. It was high risk with many medical interventions. As you can imagine (and possibly even have experiences something similar yourself), we were living on edge and walking on eggshells throughout the pregnancy.

I've certainly felt better health-wise! The entire time, we were repeatedly reminded of the unpredictability of life. It really was a gruelling experience for my body and mind. It felt like a rollercoaster, filled with alternating moments of despair and hope.

This journey alone led us to re-evaluate what truly mattered - health and family.

Finally, our rainbow baby Noah was born during a stormy February night at 3am, amidst torrential flooding. And... He was healthy! Oh, the relief was immeasurable.

The fact he happened to arrive on the night of those floods is just a huge coincidence, and one we giggle at now. We had the name in our hearts long before he was born.

As I breathed a sign of relief and cradled my new healthy baby, coming to terms with the previous months of unknown washed over me like tidal waves. The trauma took a while to work through, but in that moment feeling those troubles melt away, knowing this gorgeous babe was healthy, was more than I could have dreamed of.

Sitting in that quiet hospital bed in a still room (which only moments before had been a flurry of doctors and people), my husband James and I glanced out of the window. 7am, Dawn was breaking and we witnessed something magical...

The sky painted itself in hues of pale yellow between those grey rain clouds, creating a breath-taking scene across the horizon of lemon tones.

This was not just any morning for us - This felt like a sign. A symbol of new beginnings, hope, and the unexpected beauty that life offers (even in turbulent times). In that beautiful lemon-hued dawn, as we cradled Noah, our 'Lemon Sky Moment' was born.

After every storm, there is a burst of hopeful clarity. A moment where everything feels alright, even if just for a while. That gives us strength, renews our faith in ourselves and shows us it is all going to be ok.

And thus, Lemon Sky Photography was born, along with our relief and renewed dreams for the future. For us, the name represents not just our journey, but that of countless others too. It reminds us to step away from the maddening rush, to appreciate the tiny, invaluable moments, and to prioritise those we love and living for the present moment.

Fast forward a decade. As parents to four, erm rather "spirited" young children and multi-award-winning photographers, it's been quite the journey – both personally and professionally.

Our Lemon Sky brand is a heart-felt tribute to those intervals in life that remind us of the beauty amidst chaos. We believe that life's contrasts (the sour and the sweet, the stormy and the serene) are what make our experiences rich and worth cherishing. The little moments are what matter most. Through our lenses, we aim to capture this for you and make each moment unique.

Can't wait to see you in the studio, so we can celebrate your 'Lemon Sky Moments' too! The imperfections, the surprising, and the simple heartfelt moments that make your family life truly beautiful.

Lauren xox